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Aging Members Will Stick Around (& Keep Learning) Longer Than You Think

WBT Systems

We’re already experiencing a talent shortage in our industry, so we have to find ways of retaining our people,” said Dale Sweere, vice president of engineering firm Stanley Consultants. Between 2000 and 2010, the 55+ segment grew from 13 to nearly 20 percent of the workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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How Our Association Prepared for the Future.

Association Success

By engaging prospective professionals at an early stage, we ensure that our industry will thrive for years to come. But when we talk about the workforce pipeline - the pool of eligible candidates prepared to take on professional roles in an industry as opportunities open up - it’s all about the bigger picture. So how did we do it?

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